When Martin Duram was shot dead in his home, the only witness was Bud, his chatty African Grey parrot. For months afterward, Bud would launch into a chilling reenactment—complete with argument dialogue and a woman's voice saying 'Don't shoot!'—that pointed investigators toward the killer. This is the wild story of how a bird's mimicry became evidence in a murder trial.
5 Sept 2026
Cats vs. Dogs: The Great Museum Heist Rivalry
When it comes to sneaking into the world's finest museums, are cats or dogs the superior art thieves? From a dog who set off alarms at the Louvre to a cat who lived undetected in a Japanese art museum for THREE YEARS, we're judging which species makes the better cultural bandit. Spoiler: both are terrible at it, but in completely different ways.
21 Aug 2026
7 Animals That Stole Vehicles (And Where They Tried to Go)
From the sea lion who took a yacht for a joyride to the dog who shifted a car into drive at a McDonald's, animals have a surprisingly strong track record of vehicular theft. Buckle up as we count down seven of the most unbelievable cases where creatures decided they were ready to hit the road—license be damned.
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